# EraseX vs Background Remover

The clearest difference is monetization model: EraseX at free with in-app purchases against Background Remover's subscription. EraseX also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 81%) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). Background Remover's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (166 vs 15). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EraseX sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Background Remover sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for EraseX against 4.7 for Background Remover. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Background Remover has 166 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of EraseX's written reviews are positive against 81% of Background Remover's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EraseX | Background Remover |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/erasex-remove-background/id6496356129/reviews) | **[4.7 (166 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/background-remover-bg-eraser/id6502436500/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **166** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 81.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 64 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [STOMBERG s.r.o](https://appshunter.io/developer/1703467445) | [Nero AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/598875299) |

## What reviewers say

### EraseX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/erasex-remove-background/id6496356129)

Effortlessly remove photo backgrounds with AI-powered precision or manual tools. Create stunning images quickly with a user-friendly interface and share your creations instantly.

**Highlights:** AI-powered automatic background removal, Manual background removal with brush tool, Lightning-fast processing, High-quality results with smooth edges, User-friendly interface, Easy sharing to social media or gallery

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| PRO Subscription | $17.99 | per month |
| PRO Subscription | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| PRO Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Package 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Package 10 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package 30 | $7.99 | one-time |


### Background Remover

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/background-remover-bg-eraser/id6502436500)

Effortlessly remove backgrounds from images with advanced AI technology. Generate custom backgrounds, enhance details, and apply creative effects. Perfect for product photos, social media, and graphic design.

**Highlights:** Instant AI background removal, AI background generator, High precision cutouts, Multiple background options, Creative tools (blur, borders), 100+ templates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7-Day(Weekly) Full Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 7-Day(Weekly) Full Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1-Month(Montly) Full Access | $12.99 | per month |
| 6-Month(Montly) Full Access | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| 1-Year(Yearly) Full Access | $24.99 | per year |
| Pay As You Go Credits 50 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pay As You Go Credits 100 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Pay As You Go Credits 50 | $39.99 | one-time |
| Erasee Lifetime Pro | $49.99 | one-time |
| Pay As You Go Credits Pack 1000 | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EraseX free?

EraseX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Background Remover free?

Background Remover is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, EraseX or Background Remover?

Background Remover is rated higher. EraseX averages 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Background Remover averages 4.7 from 166 ratings.

### Do EraseX or Background Remover have ads?

EraseX shows ads; Background Remover does not.

### Which is updated more often, EraseX or Background Remover?

EraseX ships an update every 3 weeks, and Background Remover every 3 weeks. Most recently, EraseX was updated on October 24, 2026 and Background Remover on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*